Mid-Atlantic

Provider: Kalwall
Credit type: 1 LU/HSW

Topics discussed include daylighting strategies available through the integration of structural sandwich panels, energy conservation, enhancements, options, form and aesthetics. The many benefits to health, productivity, safety and sustainable design will be discussed, as well as specialty applications including explosion venting, blast resistance, OSHA fall through protection and hurricane resistance.

Learning Objectives

• Effective and versatile Daylighting strategies and techniques.
• Special performance options and benefits.
• Applications for sustainable design.
• Diffused daylighting for security, health and safety and inviting interior spaces.

Presenters

Michael Keller
Regional Manager – Mid-Atlantic

Michael Keller

Kalwall is a privately held family business, and I am third generation so I like to say I’ve been with the company for 55 years. During that time I’ve worked a variety of positions, from sweeping floors at the factory in New Hampshire to Regional Sales Manager for the Mid-Atlantic region. I currently reside in the suburbs of Philadelphia, where I enjoy spending time with my two wonderful kids.

Provider: Porcelanosa
Credit type: 1 LU/HSW

This course discusses the rain screen system for exterior facades using porcelain tile or solid surface.

Learning Objectives

• Participants should be able to correctly define various types of exterior cladding systems.
• Participants should be able to identify the major components/features of the ventilated facade system.
• Participants will gain an understanding of the advantages of the ventilated facade when compared to other cladding systems.
• Participants will gain an understanding of appropriate use of the ventilated facade system.

Presenters

Cesar Valdez
Regional Facades Manager

Cesar Valdez

Cesar is a Regional Facade Sales Manager (Midwest, New England, and Eastern Canada).  Cesar is a licensed architect with over 8 years of experience in commercial and residential architecture. He started his career in St. Louis, MO. before establishing in Austin, TX. and later joining Porcelanosa over 3 years ago.

Provider: Atlas Roofing
Credit type: 1 LU/HSW

Complex project designs & evolving enclosure material options combined with demanding weather conditions & confusing product performance attributes can be challenging to synthesize. Because thermal value code targets are increasing, along with the uncertainty of future energy costs & weather patterns, getting the project’s insulation strategy right is critical. This session examines the performance attributes of exterior insulation options under real world conditions to better enable the design & installation of higher performing, more resilient and durable walls.

Learning Objectives

• Understand current building code requirements and testing methodologies for fire propagation and smoke development. Given assembly testing following the Grenfell tragedy, attendees will better understand NFPA285 fire propagation testing in relation to actual material properties and performance.
• Review material properties governing moisture and air performance as they pertain to conditions encountered in rainscreens and masonry veneers so as to best understand the actual performance characteristics of insulation specification choices.
• Understand conditions that pose unique challenges, including multiple drain planes, drainage efficiencies, increased water absorption, and water vapor transmission.  Recognize risks associated with exterior insulation when used in combination with cavity insulation, interior vapor retarders, and low-perm water-resistive barriers.
• Understand the effects of wind-washing and convective heat loss in modern rainscreen systems. Identify and prevent conditions that jeopardize the thermal insulation layer, which may in turn affect moisture transfer and overall wall performance.

Presenters

Lance Williams
Architectural Sales Manager

Lance Williams

Lance Williams is an Architectural Sales Manager with Atlas Roofing Corporation focused on continuous insulation applications. His experience includes over 15 years of collaboration with Designers, Specifiers, GC’s, Installers, Building Scientists, and Building Envelope Consultants. With his expertise in building science, as well as the implications of continuous insulation choices, he is exceptionally suited to offer advanced perspectives. He inspires professionals to take advantage of the benefits of exterior CI, while also avoiding its unintended consequences.

Provider: Longboard
Credit type: 1 LU

This workshop aims to focus on utilizing high efficiency façade anchor systems and revolutionizing building envelopes from a design and practical viewpoint. By reviewing façade anchor system product development and installation conditions, key challenges and solutions will be explored. Real-life examples will also be used to deepen the understanding of utilizing energy efficient façade anchor systems, which could help with making better decisions by designers and builders.

Learning Objectives

• Understanding the advantages of an envelope focused building approach
• Insight into our approach in creating a high-performance façade anchor system
• Understanding the effective U-value variation between different façade anchor system installations
• How to manage challenging façade anchor installation conditions to obtain a highly efficient building envelope

Presenters

Sajas Ahmed
Product Designer

Sajas Ahmed

Sajas is a Product Designer and a Certified Passive House Designer with Longboard Architectural Products. He incorporates Dieter Rams’ design principles to develop innovative solutions for architectural spaces that encompass refined aesthetics alongside exceptional structural and thermal performance. His breadth of work involves a divergent design approach, iterative prototyping, physical testing, and a significant amount of collaboration with industry experts to create efficient, sustainable, and resilient product manufacturing.